Timber frame homes offer a lot of advantages over brick built houses — June 17, 2009

Timber frame houses are an excellent alternative for anyone looking to build a house for themselves. Timber has always been used in the construction of a house. Owing to its various advantages, timber frame houses are again gaining in popularity. Timber frame houses have a lot of advantages over their brick built counterparts. Some of which are listed below.

• A timber frame home is relatively cheaper to construct compared to a normal brick home. Moreover, it is also as durable as a brick built house. The best examples of timber built old homes are usually in the countryside. These homes have stood there for generations without any visible defects in their structure.

• Timber frames are a lot more effective in providing your home with natural insulation. This means that it will help you bring down your heating bills considerably.

• As timber houses are built primarily out of wood, they do not utilise any harmful chemicals which damage the environment. This makes timber homes a greener and more environmentally friendly option for your construction needs.

• Timber houses have a natural elegance that no brick made house can match. They will surely bring a touch of sophistication and make sure that your house stands out from its neighbours.